John explains how we operate our Swiss Lathe
My name is John Grimsmo and I have a problem. I love lathes! I love lathes so much I bought the Swiss lathe several more. Today we are going to focus on the Tornos Swiss Lathe. I want to give a quick overview of how it works why it works for what we use it for. And why we love it so much and why I want a second one, but we’re running out of space. So let’s dig into it.
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What is a Tornos Lathe?
A Tornos lathe is a high-precision machine tool used for machining parts, especially those requiring extreme precision and quality. Tornos, a globally recognized manufacturer, is known for pioneering in sliding head lathe technology, also known as Swiss-type automatic lathes. These machines are adept at producing complex parts with swarf removal capabilities and are used in various industries where precision is paramount.
Their product range includes Swiss-type lathes, multispindle machines, and micro-milling machines. The SwissDECO model, for example, features 9+2 C axes and 3 independent tool systems, demonstrating the advanced capabilities of Tornos lathes in handling complex machining tasks. The MultiSwiss models further showcase the versatility of Tornos lathes, with various bar passage sizes and maximum part lengths, catering to a wide range of machining requirement.